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Republican Sen. Thom Tillis said he won't seek reelection after opposing President Donald Trump's major new tax and spending bill, which advanced in the Republican-controlled Senate Saturday night.


Sen. Thom Tillis says he won't seek reelection after opposing Trump's tax bill 

That Saturday night vote marked a make or break moment on both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue, and President Trump was keenly aware of the razor thin margins in the Senate and all of the hurdles and uncertainties because he had been fielding calls and holding meetings and even playing golf with a key group of Republican senators over the better part of the last 24 hours. Ultimately, if passed this legislation this. sweeping tax and spending package would really unlock President Trump's domestic agenda, and the White House is keenly aware that this is a critical moment to get this over the finish line while Republicans control both the House and the Senate. And for those reasons, President Trump, along with Vice President JD Vance, had been working those phones, holding meetings, inviting senators to the White House to get this to. A yes, the president scrapped a planned weekend in New Jersey to spend a rare weekend here in Washington, where he held a round of golf with Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina along with Senator Eric Schmidt of Missouri and Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, notably a key holdout who had concerns about spending in this package as well as the provision that raises the debt limit. Paul ultimately. voted no on that bill, but Vance himself had headed to the Senate, where he was poised to take a tiebreaking vote. Ultimately that was not needed. The reality here is that there are deep policy divisions within the Republican Party on the scale and scope of this bill, as well as persistent concerns about cuts to Medicare programs, but the president ultimately lashing out at. Senator Tom Tillis of North Carolina, the other no vote, he said in a post to social media just before the vote passed that he would threaten to primary Tillis, who is up for reelection in 2026. He said numerous people have come forward wanting to run in the primary against Senator Thom Tillis. I will be meeting with them over the coming weeks looking for someone who can properly represent the great people of North Carolina. The president had also held a major event pushing for the bill on Thursday where he went after those who would vote no as grandstanders and not good people. The president had been pushing to get this done by the 4th of July. He expressed a little bit of softening of that deadline earlier this week, saying it was important but not the end all. So we'll be closely watching how this proceeds. In the days ahead as they work through some of the key provisions in this bill and this so-called vote a rama, this is still far from over. Once and if the Senate passes this bill, it still needs to go to the House of Representatives where they need to approve those changes before it can go to President Trump's desk. So the president clearly has a lot more lobbying to do, and it remains to be seen if he can close this deal, Betsy Cline, CNN, Washington.

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Senate advances Trump's tax break and spending cut plan

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Children rescued from Johnston County fire, three people hospitalized

More heat, humidity and hit-or-miss storms expected Sunday

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Three men hurt in shooting, crash behind Waffle House in Goldsboro

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Teenage girl shot at Durham home, man dies, police say

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Hurricane season 2025: Tropical Storm Barry forms near Mexico

Tropical Storm Barry is moving towards the northeastern portions of Mexico. Those areas could see some isolated flash floods.

Two women shot at Raleigh nightclub near Capital Boulevard, no arrests made

Two people shot near Raleigh nightclub

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A pickup truck plowed into a Pine Level church building late Saturday night, leaving a mess of crumbled bricks behind.


Driver falls asleep behind the wheel, crashes into Pine Level church building

Triangle area movie theaters have you covered with free and low-cost, family-friendly films all summer long.

Free, discounted summer family movies in the Triangle

Free or discounted summer movies in Triangle

A woman is in critical condition after a crash early Sunday on Interstate 95 in Nash County.


Woman in critical condition after 3-vehicle crash on I-95 in Nash County

WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive positive change for North Carolinians. As part of this initiative, Dennis Draughon has served as the company's editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform. 

With a 38-year career that began at the former Raleigh Times, Draughon has also contributed to The Scranton Times-Tribune, The Durham News, The Fayetteville Observer and The (N.C.) Insider. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the 1993 Fischetti Award for Distinguished Achievement in editorial cartoons and the 1999 Golden Spike Award from the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists. More recently, he received Editor & Publisher Magazine's EPPY Award for best editorial/political cartoons, recognizing his impact in the digital news landscape. 

Through his work, Draughon continues to provide insightful and thought-provoking illustrations that enrich WRAL's Opinion section and engage readers across North Carolina.

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As early-onset cancer diagnoses surge among young people, doctors and researchers are urgently exploring potential causes including environmental and dietary factors, with ultra-processed foods and sedentary lifestyles under scrutiny.


Diagnosis Young: Doctors see link between lifestyle, cancer diagnoses

Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC

Nash County's Pet Connection Center, under scrutiny for recent animal care violations, hosted a free adoption event to engage the community and promote transparency.


Nash County animal shelter director fired, free adoption event held to help shelter

Nash County animal shelter faces reforms amid violations; hosts free adoption event

A crash involving two motorcycles and a car on Saturday at the intersection of East Whitaker Mill Road and Wake Forest Road in Raleigh, left two people injured.


Two injured in Raleigh crash involving two motorcycles and car

Goldsboro Police Department confirmed that they have located Jasmine Nicole Wilson and her two children.


Goldsboro mother, two children found after missing for two weeks

Jasmine Wilson and her 4-month-old son Zayden

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at Peaches Corner in Myrtle Beach that left one person dead.


One person dead, another arrested after shooting at popular Myrtle Beach restaurant

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You don't have to drive all the way to the North Carolina mountains to see beautiful waterfalls this season - there are several beautiful and historic waterfalls right here in the Triangle. One is even hidden in the middle of a Raleigh neighborhood.

Chasing waterfalls: Check out 7 whimsical waterfalls right here in the Triangle

Lassiter Mill waterfall in Raleigh

With a sizzling hot summer in full swing, there are plenty of places in the Triangle to cool down with frozen treats, such as ice cream shops, gelato stands, and frozen yogurt shops. 

15 places to find the best, tasty frozen treats in Central North Carolina

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"Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC" is the latest investigative documentary from the WRAL Doc unit, exploring the alarming trend of cancer striking younger adults in North Carolina and across the nation.
The documentary follows three North Carolinians in their 20s and 30s who never expected a cancer diagnosis so early in life. Behind every personal story is the big question: Why is this happening?

As temperatures in the Triangle soar past 100 degrees, smartphone users face the risk of device damage from overheating.


Protect your smartphone: Tips to prevent overheating in Triangle's summer heat

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Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + maps

List: July 4 fireworks, festivals, food trucks in the Triangle 

At a service filled with laughs and tears, friends, colleagues and family remembered the man who brought the news to thousands of North Carolinians every night for decades.


Legendary WRAL anchor and 'Cronkite of North Carolina' Charlie Gaddy laid to rest

Charlie Gaddy, longtime WRAL anchor

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A Florida woman was arrested for leaving multiple pets to die in an abandoned house, police say.


Florida woman arrested after multiple pets left to die

Deer population soars in southeast, more deer in yards, on roads

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Deadly beach umbrella accidents renew safety push

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Goldsboro police searching a mother and two children missing for two weeks

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Raleigh house fire displaces three, quickly controlled by firefighters; cause under investigation

Fort Bragg celebrates Independence Day amid heightened security and global tensions

Antique tractor crash leaves one man dead in Moore County

Child injured after shots fired at a Goldsboro car, police investigating

Trump calls for a ceasefire deal on the war in Gaza as signs of progress emerge

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Iran releases death toll of Israelâs Evin prison attack as officials remain suspicious of ceasefire

Pope Leo XIV marks feast day as Vatican launches campaign to help erase its $57-68 million deficit

Senate Republicans advance Trump's tax and spending cuts bill after dramatic late-night vote

Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

This weekend is filled with events including BrickUniverse, a Rocket League Championship and the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.


Weekend best bets: BrickUniverse, Raleigh food truck rodeo

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30+ trampoline parks and indoor playgrounds in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Clayton

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Southern Pines: Where to eat, shop and relax

Southern Pines Where to eat, shop and play

Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

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Foodie News: Popular breakfast restaurant expands to Wake Forest

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Out & About

Fact check: Will GOP bill give a tax cut to Social Security recipients?

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Fact check: Newsom compares murder rates in California to GOP-controlled Southern states

Fact check: What was the Minnesota shooting suspect's political ideology?

Fact check: Could Trump delay elections if Congress passes the 'big beautiful bill'?

Fact check: Are 20% of Medicaid payments 'improper'?

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending June 26

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NC lawmakers pass protections that could help suspected puppy mills

Pet stores would be safe from city bans after NC lawmakers sneak provision into squatter bill

NC lawmakers with unfinished business heading into summer break

Stein vetoes REINS Act, Republican-backed effort to make environmental regulations harder to pass

Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books

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Harnett County Schools announce new start, end times for 2025-2026 to boost efficiency

Lawmakers send bill targeting gender, public school discussions to NC governor

NC Republicans advance anti-diversity program bills targeting state agencies, education

Expired pool permits: WRAL investigation spurs Wake County to inspect pools

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3 NC lieutenant governors, a historic house, and a case of missing furniture

Durham man with 100-plus charges freed on $3K bond, rearrested for operating chop shop at his home

Summer solstice is the longest day of the year, but not earliest sunrise or latest sunset

Cellphone crackdown: New policies going into effect in districts across NC

After trading back twice, Hurricanes make three picks in second round of NHL Draft

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Cooper Flagg looks comfortable in new home as No. 1 pick gets introduced in Dallas

Islanders' No. 1 pick Matthew Schaefer pays tribute to late mother with a kiss and a promise

Playoff MVP Sam Bennett agrees on 8-year, $64 million contract to stay with Florida Panthers

Every NC Gatorade Player of the Year (all sports)

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West Charlotte All-State athlete K.D. Cotton chooses Duke over ECU, NC State, & Wake Forest

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Kadin Shedrick signs NBA Summer League contract with Cleveland Cavaliers

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Doctors worry ultra-processed foods play role in early onset cancers

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, is now facing two misdemeanor charges for selling alcohol without a permit. An arrest warrant states the new charges stem from a party held Saturday at his property. It adds to the charges he already faces from a May 2 event held at his property.

Orange County farm owner facing new charges for another party

Orange County farm owner accused of hosting another party, charged with illegally selling alcohol

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

Hundreds of supporters of North Carolina's shrimp industry, many from coastal counties, descended on the state legislature to protest a proposed ban on shrimp trawling in the state's inland waters.

Hundreds of fishermen protest proposed ban on shrimp trawling in Pamlico Sound

BuildOps Inc. plans to add the employees by 2029, state economic development officials said Tuesday. Commerce officials approved an incentives package worth up to $2.8 million.

Construction software company plans new Raleigh hub with 291 high-paying jobs

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The school system's nutrition department has said the increased costs of labor, goods and shipping have put a financial strain on the department. It's the fourth price increase in the past four years.

The price of a Wake school meal is going up again, following board vote

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Restaurant Ratings: Anchor Allie's, the Smoke and Barrel, China Panda

Big changes ahead for Amazon Prime Day

Know your repair rights: NC Insurance Commissioner warns against insurer steering

5 On Your Side: Expert tips on how to cool down your car fast in extreme temperatures

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Iranian hackers targeting specific industries for cyber attacks as conflict escalates

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

Thousands in revenue for field parties raise concerns about underage drinking, agritourism, and safety

WRAL uncovers Wake County public pools operating without inspections

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Supreme Court OKs fee that subsidizes phone, internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas

Triangle innovation could allow water bottles through airport security

Worldâs "most sustainable company" opens robotics lab in Morrisville

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Chrysler recalls some 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles to fix a potential airbag issue

Fireworks will light up this Fourth of July. Next year could be different if tariff talks fizzle

Americaâs incredible stock market rebound is complete as S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs

Nike says its tariff bill is $1 billion

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Owner of popular farm worried about proposed traffic plan that would pave over land

Family

Go Ask Dad: Nearer to kneeling

Parents, break away this summer to rethink the path ahead

Historic Grasshopper Farms threatened by NCDOT road widening project in Knightdale

Gamers gather in Raleigh for Rocket League Championship Series

Top Amazon Deals: Fire 7 Kids Tablet & Backpack only $44.99 (63% off) PLUS 50% off Instant Pot 4QT Air Fryer, Fire TV Stick, Ring Doorbell and July Prime Day dates

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Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through June 29

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Harris Teeter to close Raleigh store in July

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